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Can You Really Outrun a Volcano?

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In the movies it looks so easy. A team of scientists are working near the crater of a volcano when it suddenly erupts. They jump in their vehicle and outrace the surging lava flow to safety. In reality, it just doesn't happen that way.

How Sophisticated Are You?

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Our world has started to blur the lines of refined and cultured behavior, but society still has rules for polite behavior. Take this quiz to find out how sophisticated you really are.

The Zoo Hypothesis: Are Aliens Watching Us Like Animals in a Zoo?

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Is it possible that we are not alone in the universe, but are just like animals in a zoo to the aliens who are watching us?

What Is the Formula for Velocity?

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Many people get speed and velocity confused. It's no surprise because the terms are often used interchangeably. But they're not quite the same thing. So how do you find the velocity of an object?

Why Does My Cat Lick Me?

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When that sandpaper tongue gets going on your face, does it mean your cat loves you, or simply likes the way you taste?

Which Critical Role Character Would You Play?

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What do you get when you cross voice actors with the fantastic world of Dungeons & Dragons? "Critical Role," that's what! Let's hope you roll a nat 20 to see which of the crew of Vox Machina you should think about playing.

The Mule Outperforms Both Its Horse Mom and Donkey Dad

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Since many of us no longer live in small agricultural societies, while you might be familiar with the idea of a mule, you might not know about the specifics of the actual animal.

It Takes 9,000 Steps to Reach China's Fanjingshan Temple

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Located on Mount Fanjing in China, the Temple of the Buddha and Maitreya Temple sit impossibly atop a spindly rock formation, more than 7,600 feet (2,336 meters) above sea level.

Who Invented the Telegraph?

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The telegraph was a groundbreaking invention that transformed communication in the 19th century. Explore its impact on news media and global connectivity.

The Wampus Cat Myth Explained: Origins and Sightings

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The Wampus Cat has roots in Cherokee folklore and Appalachian legends, but is the six-legged feline just another mythical creature on a long list of cryptids?

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